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Jenn and Joe discuss the challenges of real estate deals in 2026 and offer alternative strategies for investors.

Join The Creative Finance Playbook Coaching Program & Learn Directly from Jenn & Joe: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://creativefinanceplaybook.com/⁠ Deals aren’t working in 2026… and here’s the real reason why 👀Struggling to find real estate deals in 2026? You’re not alone!With high interest rates, expensive home prices, and tighter lending… most traditional deals just don’t make sense anymore.In this episode of Creative Finance Playbook, Jenn & Joe break down exactly why deals aren’t cash flowing right now—and what smart investors are doing instead.What You’ll Learn:Why most deals don’t “pencil” in today’s marketWhy the MLS is making it harder to win dealsThe importance of lead generation (your #1 skill) How to find OFF-MARKET motivated sellersThe power of seller financing (buy without banks)How to help sellers in real-life situationsYou don’t need to wait for the market to change…👉 You need the RIGHT strategyLearn how to build wealth through real estate WITHOUT banksJoin our free community + download seller scripts at CreativeFinancePlaybook.com ► Come to our next Free Live Workshop ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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